David Eckmann, MD, PHD
Anesthesiologist, Professor
Anesthesiology
Conditions and expertise
- Anesthesiology
Locations
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Academics and research
Department: Anesthesiology
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
As a member of the Leukemia Research Program at the OSUCCC – James, I am focused on developing strategies to enhance cancer treatments with the goal of improving patient outcomes.
I have been contributing to my research field for more than three decades. I have authored hundreds of peer-reviewed articles, abstracts and book chapters, and I have been invited to present my research at dozens of lectures around the United States and internationally.
In addition to my research work, I am a tenured professor, Vice Chair for Academic Affairs in the Department of Anesthesiology, and I serve as the founding director of the Center for Medical and Engineering Innovation at The Ohio State University. I am also CEO of the FDA-funded Midwest Pediatric Device Consortium.
Highlights
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
Conditions and expertise
- Anesthesiology
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Residency - Anesthesiology
- Evanston Hospital, Evanston, IL, United States
1/1/1993 - 6/30/1996 - Internship - Transitional Year
- Evanston Hospital, Evanston, IL, United States
1/1/1991 - 12/31/1991 - Doctor of Philosophy
- Northwestern University, Evanston, IL, United States
9/23/1985 - 6/17/1989 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL, United States
9/1/1983 - 12/1/1990
Certifications
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American Heart Association National Center
11/19/2024 -
American Board of Anesthesiology
4/11/1997
Academics and research
My training in biofluid dynamics and interfacial science forms the foundation of my research in two cancer-relevant areas: cellular bioenergetics and targeted drug delivery. My work in cellular bioenergetics focuses on the interplay between mitochondrial dynamics, respiratory function and induced cellular stressors which can alter cellular metabolic requirements and evoke cellular injury or death. My work in targeted drug delivery focuses on mechanisms of molecular recognition for targeting drug cargo-laden nanocarriers to specific cell types. It also focuses on cellular uptake mechanisms and intracellular trafficking of nanocarriers as well as cargo (drug) dispersion from the nanocarriers.
Research interests
- Biocompatible Materials
- Cell and Tissue Based Therapy
- Hyperoxia
- Metabolism
- Mitochondria
- Nanoparticles
- Nanotechnology
I have been contributing to my research field for more than three decades. I have authored hundreds of peer-reviewed articles, abstracts and book chapters, and I have been invited to present my research at dozens of lectures around the United States and internationally.
I serve as the founding director of the Center for Medical and Engineering Innovation at The Ohio State University.
Academic information
- Department:
- Anesthesiology
- Division:
- Anesthesiology
Leadership titles
- Director, Center for Medical and Engineering Innovation
- Vice Chair for Academic Affairs, Department of Anesthesiology
More about my research
Consulting and Related Relationships
At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.
As of 11/3/2025, Dr. Eckmann has reported no relationships with companies or entities.